Senior Associate, Future Back Ventures Investor

Bain & Company

May 17

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
Consulting
Business, Operations & Strategy
London

Requirements

Bachelors or equivalent undergraduate degree required with strong academic credentials.
2-4 years of relevant professional experience in management consulting, investment banking, venture capital, private equity, corporate development, startup strategy, or a related field.
Experience evaluating markets, companies, or investment opportunities is preferred.
Prior work with early-stage companies, founders, or entrepreneurial ecosystems is helpful.
Prior experience at Bain & Company is preferred but not required.
Strong analytical horsepower, including comfort structuring ambiguous problems, conducting market research, and translating findings into an investment point of view.
Clear and persuasive written communication, with the ability to develop well-structured presentations and investment materials.
Strong interpersonal and networking skills; able to build credibility with founders, co-investors, Bain alumni, and internal stakeholders.
High level of ownership, curiosity, and self-direction in a lean team environment.
Sound business judgment, intellectual honesty, and comfort forming recommendations with incomplete information.
Ability to balance speed with rigor and move fluidly between strategic thinking and detailed execution.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities for this role include:
Deal sourcing and pipeline development (30%)
Identify and qualify potential investment opportunities through market research, outbound sourcing, founder and investor networking, and engagement with the Bain alumni community.
Build and maintain thematic and sector maps to support proactive sourcing in areas of interest to the fund.
Drive and track pipeline activity with discipline and help ensure that opportunities are advanced, paused, or declined with clear rationale and strong follow-through.
Due diligence and investment recommendations (55%)
Conduct rigorous research and analysis on prospective investments, including market size, competitive dynamics, business model, go-to-market approach, customer traction, product-market fit, unit economics, and key risks.
Develop investment materials, including market scans, diligence summaries, financial analyses, and investment memoranda for internal discussion and Investment Committee review.
Support founder, customer, expert, and reference conversations and synthesize findings into clear points of view and actionable recommendations.
Help codify lessons from past investment decisions and pipeline retrospectives to strengthen FBV’s pattern recognition and diligence approach over time.
Fund strategy, portfolio support, and special projects (15%)
Contribute meaningfully to sector theses, market perspectives, and other strategic work that sharpens the fund’s investment focus.
Support additional fund initiatives and special projects as needed in a small, entrepreneurial team environment.

FAQs

What is the focus of Future Back Ventures (FBV)?

FBV is Bain & Company’s venture fund focused on investing in early-stage, promising startups founded or led by Bain alumni.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Associate role?

The primary responsibilities include deal sourcing and pipeline development, due diligence and investment recommendations, and contributing to fund strategy and special projects.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree with strong academic credentials and 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in fields like management consulting, investment banking, venture capital, or startup strategy are required.

Is prior experience at Bain & Company necessary for this position?

No, prior experience at Bain & Company is preferred but not required.

What skills are emphasized for success in this role?

Strong analytical abilities, clear written communication, interpersonal skills for networking, business judgment, and self-direction in a lean team environment are emphasized.

What is the compensation range for this role in different locations?

The salary range varies by location; for example, it's $84,250 - $101,250 in Atlanta, and $105,500 – $126,500 in New York, with factors like experience influencing placement within this range.

What type of benefits does Bain & Company offer?

Bain offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company contributions, and paid life and long-term disability insurance.

What is the expected work model for this role?

This role follows a hybrid model, requiring in-office presence at least 1 day per week with limited travel as needed.

What kind of startups will the Senior Associate be working with?

The Senior Associate will be working with early-stage startups founded or led by Bain alumni.

What does the team culture look like at Bain & Company?

The culture at Bain is characterized by a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering professional and personal growth.

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